2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 820 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Canyon | 616 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
